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Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June
Knysna & Plettenberg Bay cools off: highs slip to 68°F (20°C), from 72°F in May, with lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (38 mm)
- Humidity
- 67%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are mild at around 68°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 53°F (12°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.5 in (38 mm) for the month.
Plan around June
June is one of Knysna & Plettenberg Bay's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 45 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from May (93 → 94/100).
- Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Brenton-on-Sea
Long, wild beach west of the Knysna Heads, good for walks below vegetated dunes.
Why now June scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Monkeyland
Free-roaming primate sanctuary in The Crags with guided forest walks and a 128 m suspension bridge.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Thesen Islands
Former timber-mill island turned marina village with shops, galleries and cafes on the lagoon.
East Head Café
Waterside cafe at the Knysna Heads, popular for breakfast and seafood lunches on the deck.
Robberg Nature Reserve
Rocky peninsula in Plettenberg Bay with hiking loops, seal colonies and whale views in season.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in June~240 mi · highs 62°F, 5.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Cape Town in June~265 mi · highs 62°F, 3.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~349 m to Knysna & Plettenberg Bay's ~11 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Knysna & Plettenberg Bay?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain. Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June?
Not much: about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.8 in (529 mm).
What should I pack for Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in June?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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